The Korean Sports Council has reiterated its call for a swift resolution to the ongoing standoff at the handball arena in Olympic Park, which has now entered its 27th day.
According to reports from Yonhap News and others on July 2, the council expressed regret that ballot boxes have not been removed from the venue following an on-site investigation by the National Assembly's Special Committee on National Investigation, leading to prolonged disruptions for member organizations.
Since the local elections on June 3, protesters have occupied the handball arena, which was used as a polling station, alleging electoral fraud.
As a result, access to offices of over ten sports organizations, including the Korea Handball Federation, Korea Fencing Federation, Korea Mountaineering Federation, Korea Wushu Federation, and Korea Sepak Takraw Federation, has been completely restricted. This has halted the removal of training equipment and effectively suspended essential administrative tasks, including preparations for international competitions.
The council stated to Yonhap, "While we respect the need for truth to be uncovered through the national investigation, it is urgent to establish practical measures to resolve the long-term disruptions and damages to the sports sector." They also mentioned that they are reviewing the legal responsibilities of the Election Commission and the possibility of compensation for the affected sports organizations.
They added, "We plan to pursue necessary legal actions based on the results of this review."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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